Could Curt A20 Fixed Hitch for Ram Rail Kit fit 2018 Ram 2500 Short Bed with Rail Kit

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The information states this hitch fits a RAM 2500 with the 8foot bed. I have a RAM with the 5th wheel prep package and the 6 foot bed. Will this hitch work?

asked by: Kirk H

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Expert Reply:

Yes, the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16530-16021 does fit the factory rail kit of your short bed 2018 Ram 2500 with a short bed. It's listed for long bed trucks since short bed trucks typically require the use of a slider hitch which instead normally requires the hitch part # C16541 and Ram rail kit adapter # C16022.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I would go with the B and W Companion hitch part #BWRVK3600 over the Curt Hitch part #C16530-16021. The Comapion series of fifth wheel hitches is often regarded as the nicest fifth wheel hitch around. Many people swear by them. Because of that I…

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Answer 2

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 3

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 4

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 5

As long as the RBW Lil' Rocker mounts to industry standard base rails you'll need the Curt Adapter Rails #C29BR that fit in the OEM puck system on your 2019 Ram 2500 and give you a standard base rail connection. I'm attaching a photo…

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Answer 6

The Ram OEM 5th wheel puck system, shown in the linked photo and article, was launched in 2013 so what you have in your truck is likely to be an aftermarket installation of some kind. These newer Ram trucks with the factory prep can directly accept a…

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Answer 7

Yes, the Curt CrossWing Lightweight Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter #C32DR will work with the OEM puck system on your 2016 Ram 2500. Do understand since you do have the short bed you will likely not be able to make full jackknife turns…

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Answer 8

Gen-Y's calculation for pin weight is a safe guess, but isn't the most accurate so the only way you'll get the correct capacity Gen-Y 5th Wheel Pin Box is to fully load the trailer and go to a commercial scale to measure the pin weight.…

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Answer 9

Welcome back! You do not need to cut anything away! So long as your 5" of clearance was measured with your trailer loaded and resting on the suspension you will be good. The SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs item #SS26MV include spacers that…

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Answer 10

The Patriot Slider part #BWRVK3270 might be a bit more noisy than the Companion slider part #BWRVK3400 due to the increased number of mounting points, 4 at the corners vs. 1 in the center. Probably not that noticeable and certainly not something…

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Answer 11

If you are going to install two of the MORryde X-Factor Crossmembers #MR33WR on your tandem axle trailer Alan you would want to install them on the front and rear hangers. You can install a third one if you want on the middle hanger as well for even…

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Answer 12

Installing ta Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter Pin Box like the #325-GH-8045 would not void the warranty of your camper, and Gen-Y makes some of the most durable parts on the market. I really like this as an alternative to…

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